Middle East

Fruit Farms

You’re in for a juicy exotic
treat with a trip down to a
Malaysian fruit farm. With
some 370 species of fruits in
our orchards, this is a golden
opportunity to savour the
colourful harvest Malaysia has
to offer.

Many fruit farms open their
doors to the public for
visits. Some conserve the rare
and exotic fruit trees and
promote local agriculture,
allowing tourists to sample
the fruits as part of the
visit. Aside from popular
tropical favourites such as
mangoes, papayas, and melons,
other unique flavours include
mangosteens, dragon fruits and
pomelos.

Visitors should at least try
the “king of fruits” -
durians. Distinctive in all
aspects, from its large size,
unique odour and thorn-covered
husk, the fruit’s creamy flesh
emits a powerful (some say
repulsive) aroma, even if the
fruit remains unopened.
Durians come in exotically
named varieties, ranging from
Red Prawn, Green Skin Ang Bak,
D604, Red Litter and Golden
Pillow. Visits to durian farms
and special packages for
durian buffets are easily
available.

Key Tips

Check online options for good deals on fruit farm visits.

Durians are seasonal. If you’re looking forward to a durian feast in Malaysia, make sure to visit when the fruit is in season to guarantee the best quality fruit at a good price.

Some homestay options are available for those on an agro-tourism holiday, so check online for good alternatives.